CHRIS Turner will announce his retained list this week ahead of the final game of the season.

The County boss already has earmarked the players he wants to bring in to Edgeley Park to prepare for life in League Two.

"We're planning on a sizeable influx of new players," he said.

"But it's been difficult lately because of the situation regarding the ownership of the club.

"There have been complications with the budget for next season and I really need to know what money will be available.

"But either way I will be making an announcement before the end of the season regarding my retained list. The players will know what's happening before the Walsall game."

Turner has been impressed with County's recent performances, particularly last Saturday's draw at his former club, Sheffield Wednesday.

Limited

But he says those showings will have only limited sway over who he keeps and who will be moving on.

"It's amazing how players who are coming to the end of their contracts suddenly pick up in terms of performances," he said.

"You have to look at the way they've played over a longer period than that.

"But by the same token you have to be sure you are bringing in players better than the ones you already have. There's an argument for keeping someone you know if there is any doubt about that."

Turner and reserve team boss Colin West have been looking at various players in the last few weeks and will have a look at some French trialists in the final week of the season.

"At this stage I'll be looking to bring eight or nine players in before next season starts," added Turner. "In total I will be looking for a squad of at least 20 players so we can compete in League Two."

Meanwhile, County have rejected a compensation package from Chelsea for rising star Harry Worley.

The 16-year-old centre-back joined the Premiership leaders last week from Stockport.

County managing director Kevan Taylor said: "Chelsea have offered us a compensation package, but it isn t enough."

And guests of honour at the Hatters Independent Supporters Club's final event of the season are Keith Briggs, Adam Le Fondre, Michael Raynes and Damien Allen.

It all takes place at the Thatched Tavern, Stanhope Street, Reddish, starting at 8pm. Admission is free.